Status:
valid
Authors:
(R.Br.) B.G.Briggs & L.A.S.Johnson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Telopea 8: 23 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340934
Common Names
- Baloskion
- Gracile Baloskion
- Tasmanian Gracile Baloskion
Synonyms
- Restio gracilis R.Br. [unknown]
Description
Baloskion gracile (also called Slender Baloskion, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Restionaceae. It is native to Brazil and Paraguay. It typically grows in moist forests, in rocky areas, and in wet areas.
Uses & Benefits
Baloskion gracile is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Baloskion gracile has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have long, thin leaves that are green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Baloskion gracile can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-drained, sandy soil.
Where to Find Baloskion gracile
Baloskion gracile is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
Baloskion gracile FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baloskion gracile?
Baloskion gracile
What is the common name of Baloskion gracile?
Graceful Grass Tree
What type of plant is Baloskion gracile?
Tree
Species in the Baloskion genus
Species in the Restionaceae family
Alexgeorgea ganopoda,
Alexgeorgea nitens,
Alexgeorgea subterranea,
Anarthria gracilis,
Anarthria humilis,
Anarthria laevis,
Anarthria polyphylla,
Anarthria prolifera,
Anarthria scabra,
Anthochortus capensis,
Anthochortus crinalis,
Anthochortus ecklonii,
Anthochortus graminifolius,
Anthochortus insignis,
Anthochortus laxiflorus,
Anthochortus singularis,
Aphelia brizula,
Aphelia cyperoides,
Aphelia drummondii,
Aphelia gracilis,
Aphelia nutans,
Aphelia pumilio,
Apodasmia brownii,
Apodasmia chilensis,
Apodasmia similis,
Apodasmia ceramophila,
Askidiosperma alboaristatum,
Askidiosperma alticola,
Askidiosperma andreaeanum,
Askidiosperma capitatum,
Askidiosperma chartaceum,
Askidiosperma delicatulum,
Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae,
Askidiosperma insigne,
Askidiosperma longiflorum,
Askidiosperma nitidum,
Askidiosperma paniculatum,
Askidiosperma rugosum,
Askidiosperma alticolum,
Baloskion australe,
Baloskion fimbriatum,
Baloskion gracile,
Baloskion longipes,
Baloskion pallens,
Baloskion stenocoleum,
Baloskion tenuiculme,
Baloskion tetraphyllum,
Calorophus elongatus,
Calorophus erostris,
Cannomois aristata,